How to Pronounce Kinda

To pronounce "kinda", say KIND-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkaɪndə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈkaɪndə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “kinda”

"kinda" has 2 syllables: kind-a. It rhymes with arlinda and belinda, if that helps it stick.

What does kinda mean?

adverb

  1. Kind of; somewhat

    “I kinda hafta do this right now.”

interjection

  1. Yes in some respects but no in other respects.

    “"Are you afraid of a little bit of rain?" "Kinda, yeah."”

Synonyms

sorta

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Words that rhyme with kinda

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

arlindabelindacabindaclarindadindajacindakokindalinda

Related words

rathersortasomewhatlittleslightlysomehowfairlyawhile

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "kinda"?▾

"Kinda" has 2 syllables: kind · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "kinda"?▾

The IPA transcription of "kinda" is /ˈkaɪndə/.

What does "kinda" mean?▾

Kinda: Kind of; somewhat

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